Supported Living Service Worker - Contract F/T

Linck Child, Youth and Family Supports; Chatham; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Linck Child, Youth and Family Supports seeks five Supported Living Service Workers on a full-time contract basis for one year. Duties include caring for children and youth 24/7, providing supervision, programming, and guidance in placements, with shifts day, afternoon, and midnight including weekends.

Responsibilities require completing a two-year diploma in a relevant field, First Aid/CPR/CPI, and a valid G license; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two-year or longer diploma in child and youth care or related field.
• Up to three months related experience.
• Current First Aid, CPR and CPI certifications.
• Proficient in word-processing and general computer skills.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and discreetly.
• Valid G driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.
• French language ability is an asset.
• Experience with culturally diverse communities is preferred.
• Commitment to culturally-appropriate services.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, supervision, programming, and guidance to children and youth awaiting placement.
• Maintain warmth and acceptance to promote growth and development.
• Collaborate with care team for placement planning and execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Tact and discretion

French language (asset)

Computer/word processing

Motivation and emotional support

Education

Two-year diploma in Child and Youth Work or related field

First Aid, CPR, CPI certificates

Preference for Child and Youth Worker diploma

Job description

Linck Child, Youth and Family Supports (“Linck”) requires five (5) Supported Living Service Workers. These are contract, full-time roles (80 hours bi-weekly) lasting for one (1) year.

As the incumbent supports children and youth 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, staff can expect to work day, afternoon, and midnight shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Staff provide care, supervision, programming, and guidance to children and youth awaiting placement, treatment, or alternate living options. Through the efficient management of the placement in an atmosphere of warmth and acceptance, the staff will provide structure and security geared to promoting positive growth and development in the children and youth while collaborating with other members of the care team as needed.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a two (2) or more year diploma from a community college working with children and youth; preference will be given to Child and Youth Worker diploma.
• Up to three (3) months related experience.
• Current First Aid, CPR and CPI certificate.
• Computer and keyboarding skills, extensive use of word-processing programs.
• Tact and discretion is required to deal with or settle requests, interpreting or clarification of information with residents.
• Supports clients requiring motivation/emotional support.
• A valid G driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle.
• The ability to communicate in French is an asset.
• Preference will be given to persons with a strong understanding and extensive experience working with other cultures, heritages and traditions.
• A commitment to developing the highest quality culturally-appropriate service possible for the various communities that we serve.